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Friday, December 10, 2010

~*~ Holiday Blog Hop ~*~

Welcome to the Paper Secrets Holiday Blog Hop.


I made a couple of things to share with you today.

I created this lovely paper tree by punching a LOT of 1 1/4" circles of Mistletoe Paper, then used pearl floral pins to secure them in rows to a styrofoam cone.  As I neared the top, I had to use some adhesive so that they did not flare out, but sit in the cone shape.  At the top, I stamped 3 stars and adhered them to the top of the cone. 
Supplies:
Styrofoam cone
Pearl Floral Pins
CTMH Mistletoe level 2 paper
CTMH Mistletoe Creative Basics paper
D1320 Shining Star Stamps


I created a second paper tree using instructions from Tracey Mason.  I created an accordion flower with a stamped sentiment for my topper on this one.  


Supplies:
Styrofoam Cone
CTMH Mistletoe Level 2 papers
K& Co paper
D1380 Just for the Holidays Stamps



I created a total of four paper trees to sit upon my mantel!  The "subway art" was a free printable from eighteen25.  I changed the colors to match CTMH colors and the rest of my decorations, then printed and framed. The "JOYFUL" decoration was created by me- check it out HERE.  
My grandmother made the stockings for me 3 years ago, to match Pottery Barn Kids ones.
Do you see our ELF???  He wanted to help out too!
VOILA!



And here are some fun Christmas cards to share with you :)





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PLUS you can win some of my
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1- Become a follower of my blog (or tell me you are already)
2- Leave a comment here
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Enter to win this stamp set by Close To My Heart CTMH from ME!!!! (shipping to US & Canada only)
C1371 Holiday Jingle

Your next stop will be CRYSTAL CANTU's blog.


In case you get lost, you can find a complete list of participating blogs here...
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Happy Holiday Hopping :)

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80 comments:

  1. oh i just love all the project but my fav is the paper trees...hmm thinking a good xmas gift for a teacher perhaps...thanx for the inspiration...:)

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  2. I *heart* all your projects!! Thank you for sharing. I just became a follower and appreciate the chance to win some CTMH stamps!! (I don't have this set)

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  3. Hi Jen! I am a follower and just joined your mailing list.I just LOVE the trees!! They look wonderful on your mantle!! Thanks for sharing the link to the subway art~ I soooo need it! :)

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  4. I just love all your projects...TFS!!
    reanie@valornet.com

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  5. super cute!!! Love the trees!!! I wish mine looked that good!! lol

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  6. I LOVE your tress and your mantel looks so festive! Beautiful cards too!

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  7. Wow! You did some fabulous projects. I'm getting in the mood to decorate...

    ~Robin Redd
    http://robinredd.typepad.com/west_coast_scrapper/

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  8. Your fireplace looks awesome with all those beautiful projects!!

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  9. I just love these projects and your mantle is gorgeous! TFS it :)

    Happy Scrappin'

    Sue B

    http://susanascorner.blogspot.com/

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  10. I have signed up your email list too. Don't want to miss a thing :)

    Happy Scrappin'

    Sue B

    http://susanascorner.blogspot.com/

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  11. Your paper trees are wonderfull--Love the colors. thanks millierose651@aol.com

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  12. Your trees look so good! I've made the paper loop ones & believe me, I know how long those things take to make. Your mantel looks so pretty & festive! :)

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  13. OH Jen... your fireplace looks amazing. Beautiful projects. TFS

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  14. What cute Christmas items. I'm going to make the tree with the circles this weekend.

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  15. Very nice looking trees. The cards are wonderful. Thank you for sharing

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  16. Love your projects! I became a follower. My niece, Krista Ristskes is a CTMH consultant.

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  17. I am a follower.....love ALL your Christmas projects! Great job! Hope you can follow me too! :-)

    http://christysscrappin.blogspot.com/

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  18. These are all great! Love the picture with all the projects in it! :)

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  19. Wow, your trees and mantle are just adorable! Thanks for sharing.

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  20. LOVE the trees! So cute and look fairly easy. lol Thanks so much! I'm now a follower!

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  21. Beautiful Christmas fireplace!! Love those trees and cards you made! Also love the subway art.

    I have been a follower and I subscribed. Thanks!

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  22. Wow! You got busy!! Love the trees and the cards. Your mantel looks so festive and pretty!

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  23. I love your trees...your mantle is so fun! Thanks for sharing. I'm going to have to scraplift some card ideas for next year...all done this year. I've been following your blog for a while...love to visit and see your great ideas. ksjennings at gmail dot com

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  24. I'm your newest follower..Would Love it if you could check out my blog.
    Thanks for the chance to win..Love your Tree and your cards..
    Minta

    mintab@gmail.com

    http://mintascreations.blogspot.com/

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  25. I love everything, but thos trees are wonderful..thanks so much for sharing

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  26. What a fabulous idea. A little paper and foam cone can go a long way :0)

    Scrappin_3rdeeshik@yahooo.com

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  27. I have completed 1- Become a follower of my blog (or tell me you are already)
    2- Leave a comment here
    3- Join my mailing list (link on left side) for a bonus entry!

    Great blog, thanks for sharing

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  28. Hi, new follower here. Great trees, thanks for sharing!!

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  29. Hi Jen! I just became a new follower and added myself to your mailing list. Thank you for the cute tree ideas!

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  30. So many beautiful projects! I am a huge fan of CTMH!! I have a consultant sister who enables me big time! Love the Mistletoe paper.
    I'm your newest follower!
    qtme2003 at yahoo dot ca

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  31. Your mantel is gorgeous! I am now a follower on you blog too! I can't wait to come back and see what else you will be making!

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  32. loved the trees!! I've become a follower. I've also started my own blog, would love for you to stop by!

    www.scrappyzeni.blogspot.com

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  33. love the trees

    cathie
    scraphappycat@gmail.com

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  34. The trees are great and can't wait to make my own "joyful" decoration. I am also a CTMH consultant.

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  35. Hey Jen

    Everything is so picture perfect! Very festive and cheerful!
    I am already a follower of your blog and have subscribed to your blog.
    TFS and a chance to win
    Bonnie C
    http://ascrapabove.blogspot.com
    ascrapabove(at)aol(dot)com

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  36. The trees are awesome. Super neat how you put them together! Your mantel looks beautiful and festive! Thanks so much for sharing and you have a new follower. Glad I found you thru the Blog Hop. AJ - aj_822@yahoo.com

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  37. I can only imagine how many circles you had to punch out for that first tree you made but it's well worth it in the end isn't it? It came out beautifully! I'm happy to be a follower!

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  38. Fab projects, and your holiday decorations look fantastic. Very clever

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  39. Wow, those trees a super cute. Lovely cards as well

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  40. I love the trees & the floral pins - so cute! Your mantle is beautiful!!!!! I'm a follower now!

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  41. Beautiful projects Jen. Love your mantle. You have been one busy girl. I'm already a follower and an e-mail subscriber. Happy Holidays!

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  42. I adore your trees! What wonderful projects!!!!
    I love your blog too! Happily a follower now as well as getting on the mailing list!

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  43. I love your mantel it so inspiring now I want a fireplace :D Thanks for sharing your amazing ideas.



    perfectlyunperfectcards@gmail.com

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  44. I'm a follower. Love your cards and decorations.

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  45. I love your projects...really helping me get into the Christmas spirit! :) Thanks for the inspiration!

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  46. Roxy - LOVE your projects. I made a tree last year but used a whole lot more strips. I like the way yours looks, think I will have to try again ! lol Also your cards are great. I am already a follower, but I joined the mailing list and bookmarked your blog - I want to come back and look areound !

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  47. Cute styro trees. I have a small styrofoam tree waiting to be decorated and yours looks like a great pattern to copy.

    Thank you for the inspiration.

    Carol Froehlich

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  48. Waou your christmas tree are so beautiful, I can't imagine the time you've get to create them !!!

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  49. Gorgeous mantle - you did such a wonderful job on those trees.

    And, I'm already a follower =)

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  50. I love those trees! Gorgeous! I'm now a follower and signed up for the mailing list.

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  51. very cute trees. May have to just create one for my table. TFS

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  52. WOW! What a lot of work you have put into this holiday season. Beautiful trees and cards.

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  53. Very creative ideas for your trees,and your cards are nice too.

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  54. Fun trees. Lots of possibilities with all the beautiful DP's out there.

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  55. The trees are my fave - very cute!

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  56. The trees are so very pretty. You did a fantastic job with the cards. TFS

    I am also doing a hop, come by and check it out if you can.

    Kathryn
    www.wamfamily.blogspot.com

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  57. Your Mantle decorations are so festive and cute!
    I follow all your great projects!
    Happy Holidays!

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  58. What great trees....
    lauraleed48atlivedotca

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  59. your trees are very cute, i will have to try them.

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  60. Those trees are adorable!! Love the one with the wispy ends!! I'm a follower too!!

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  61. Cute idea on the trees!

    Shell~Alaska♥

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  62. Wow those trees are just beautiful!

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  63. Love the circle punched tree and the curled one reminds me of a tree from Whoville - ADORABLE!!

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  64. Love the trees! Your mantel looks lovely!

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  65. Looks like you had fun creating! Love the cards- thanks for sharing

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  66. really cute trees, look beautiful on the mantel
    ava
    cottagerca

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  67. I love your Christmas Trees! Adorable

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  68. I really like your mantle. Thanks for sharing such great ideas. I am now a follower & on your mailing list. Merry Christmas!

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  69. I love those adorable trees that you made! have a merry Christmas :)

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  70. Those trees are so cute. I really like your cards too. I am now a follower and joined the mailing list.

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  71. What great ideas to use Mistletoe Papers and circle punch. Love CTMH Products too.
    Am following you now and of course want to receive your newsletters!
    TS

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  72. Your trees are so cute! I love the cards too!

    Hope you can come by for my Holly Bloggy Recipe Party on Thursday!

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  73. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE these beautiful trees! And, the cards! You've been very busy and they are all amazing. Thanks for sharing! Just became a follower so I can get more scrappy ideas later on! Thanks for the blog candy opportunity! How fun.

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  74. I am a follower and joined your mailing list.I just LOVE the trees!! Funny how projects from long ago or even a few years can be just as interesting almost nostalgic even.

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  75. My email disappeare as I signed in to google acct. Yes, Ia am a follower of your blog anad enjoy seeing the older projects....redone with modern DSP papers.

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